Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 525: Criminal procedure; discovery in misdemeanor cases; change provisions
Introduced Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 525 is a bill introduced in the Georgia House on February 19, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal procedure; discovery in misdemeanor cases; change provisions. Primary sponsor: Joseph Gullett (Republican), Tyler Smith (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 21, 2025): House Second Readers.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 16 of Title 17 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to discovery, so as to change provisions relating to discovery in misdemeanor cases; to provide for reciprocal discovery on behalf of the accused; to require the accused to provide a list of witness and alibi information to the prosecuting attorney; to provide for procedures; to provide for a penalty for noncompliance; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Gullett | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 19 |
| Tyler Smith | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 18 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- House Second Readers
- House First Readers
- House Hopper